​Week 5 of the 2017 NFL regular season is upon us, and with week 5 comes bye weeks! The Falcons, Broncos, Saints, and Redskins are all on bye, which means many fantasy players will need help with their rosters this week. At the same time, rookie running back Dalvin Cook is likely out for the season with an ACL tear. This is the point in the season where individual waiver wire pickups can make the difference between winning or losing a matchup. Who do I like this week? Here are some thoughts. Hope this helps, and happy streaming!!--Mike B.

Jared Goff, QB, LA Rams. Goff is finally starting to look like a first round pick in an offense that is finally starting to look like an NFL offense. If you nee a streamer, Goff is an angle.

Tyrod Taylor, QB, Buffalo Bills. Taylor is a sneaky-good fantasy option every week. Against the Bengals, he could be primed for a very nice fantasy performance. He's worth a look.

DeShaun Watson, QB, Houston Texans. This kid is the real deal for the Texans and is in the running for offensive rookie of the year honors. He's a dual-threat type of player who will put up numbers on both the ground and through the air. If you need help at QB, he should be on your radar.

Jameis Winston, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Winston is not available in most leagues, but if you're in a small league and Winston is on the waiver wire, get him into your starting lineup against the Patriots this week!

Alex Collins, RB, Baltimore Ravens. Is Collins the RB to own in the Baltimore backfield? He's starting to look like it. If nothing else, he's worth a flier pick or even a bye week fill-in role.

Aaron Jones, RB, Green Bay Packers. With Green Bay's injuries at running back, Jones may see significant time this week. That makes him worth a roll of the ice if you're hurting at the position.

Alvin Kamara, RB, New Orleans Saints. Kamara is the best running back in the Saints backfield, and also their best receiving back. He should be owned in all leagues.

Doug Martin, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Doug Martin is coming back from suspension and back into fantasy relevance. Go get him if he's available.

Latavius Murray, RB, Minnesota Vikings. Need a RB1? Is Murray still available? Go get him. Murray could be a league-winner with Cook missing most or all of the season.

Geronimo Allison, WR, Green Bay Packers. Geronimo Allison has one of the best names in football. He also has a ton of opportunity right now thanks to injuries in Green Bay. He's worth a gamble start.

Will Fuller, WR, Houston Texans. Watson's talent at quarterback is making Fuller relevant as a receiver and a fantasy option. He's worth adding now in all leagues.

Devin Funchess, WR, Carolina Panthers. Funchess is going to be streaky, but after last week's game, he's worth snagging now in case he breaks out. The arrow is trending up on Devin Funchess now.

Juju Smith-Schuster, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers. Smith-Schuster is going to be TD dependent throughout his rookie season, but he's showing that he can regularly produce early in his career. He's likely available and if you want to take a gamble, give Juju a shot.

Charles Clay, TE, Buffalo Bills. Clay is finally carving out a role for himself in Buffalo. Historically, the Bengals have struggled against TEs, which makes Clay a real fantasy option this week.

New York Jets D/ST. Deshone Kizer has struggled so far this season. He has a higher interception rate than yards per attempt so far this season. The Jets are barely owned, and they're the unit to stream this week.

​Week 4 of the 2017 NFL regular season is here, and the waiver wire is active. First off, my apologies for missing week 3 after a brutal work schedule and putting together an upcoming interview with a surprise player. Getting back into the mix now. Every week in the NFL is crazy, with injuries hitting left and right and bye weeks coming soon. There are great options on the waiver wire in all leagues. Who do I like? Here are some options. Hope this helps, and happy streaming!--Mike B.

Blake Bortles, QB, Jacksonville Jaguars. I'm higher on Bortles than you are. He's the king of garbage time production and will always be a better fantasy QB than real QB. If he's available he's worth a snag.

Jared Goff, QB, LA Rams. Goff finally looks like the real deal as an NFL quarterback, and he could put together a nice week for the Rams against the Cowgirls. Worth a snag in all leagues.

Deshone Kizer, QB, Cleveland Browns. Kizer is my sleeper candidate this week. Will the Bengals choke again this week against the Browns? If so, then Kizer could have a big game. It's a huge gamble, but if it pays off you'll look brilliant.

DeShaun Watson, QB, Houston Texans. Watson is the guy in Houston, and he's a dual-threat QB who can generate points in all formats. Worth a stash in every league. Use him as a matchup play.

Gio Bernard, QB, Cincinnati Bengals. Are you in a PPR league? Go get Bernard. He's always going to be the pass-catching back in Cincy, at least as long as he's there. Worth a snag against the Browns this week.

Tarik Cohen, RB, Chicago Bears. If Cohen is not owned in your league, your league is stupid or extremely small. GO GET HIM! The kid is this year's version of the old Darren Sproles and is borderline start-worthy on a weekly basis.

Chris Johnson/Kerwynn Williams, RBs, Arizona Cardinals. Johnson is the guy you want here most likely after dominating snaps last week, but Williams, who only played one offensive snap last week, is also worth considering against the 49ers. Who knows? Williams could secure a role in this offense and he's probably available now.

Alvin Kamara, QB, New Orleans Saints. Kamara is the best option in the Saints backfield, and he's a guy who you want on your roster. If he's available, snag him now before it's too late. He's a potential RB1 long-term.

Doug Martin, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Doug Martin will be back from his suspension after this week, and if he regains control of the Bucs backfield, he's a must-have in all formats. Snag him now to beat the rush.

Joe Mixon, RB, Cincinnati Bengals. Mixon should not be on your waiver wire, but if someone dropped him after a slow start, now is the time to pounce. Also feel free to lowball the owner who has him if he's not on waivers. Mixon had a solid game with a new offensive coordinator and should be ready to contribute immediately. He's a must-add.

Wendell Smallwood, RB, Philadelphia Eagles. With Darren Sproles injured, someone has to pick up the slack. Smallwood might be that guy. He's worth an add if you have an extra spot to fill.

Jermaine Kearse, WR, New York Jets. I will ride the Kearse bandwagon until he is owned in all leagues. I've started him every game this season and don't regret it for a second. He's a must-own.

Marqise Lee, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars. Hurns is the bigger touchdown threat, but Lee is the WR1 in Jacksonville following the injury to Allen Robinson. Go get him. He's a starter-worthy player.

Sterling Shephard, WR, New York Giants. Shephard is always going to be an underrated receiving option in New York. He's also going to be productive. Go get him if you need a WR3.

Seth Roberts, WR, Oakland Raiders. How injured is Michael Crabtree? If his injury is bad, then you want to add Roberts. If Crabtree is going to be limited, then Roberts will have a big game. If we want to jump into basic philosophy, then we want to add Seth Roberts Iff (if and only if) we think Crabtree will be limited. If so, he's a worthwhile add.

Evan Engram, TE, New York Giants. Engram is bordering on every-week starter in large leagues territory, and is a guy that you should consider if you need help at the position.

Marcedes Lewis, TE, Jacksonville Jaguars. I include Lewis here as a cautionary tale. We've seen glimmers of greatness from Lewis throughout his career, but never an entire season. Don't put too much stock in him after one big week, but if you can get him as a waiver claim, snag him and trade him.

David Njoku, TE, Cleveland Browns. Njoku is turning into a touchdown threat; he's scored the past two weeks and has therefore put up big fantasy games each time. He's not a volume guy, but he's got the potential to get you some points on a weekly basis.

Cleveland Browns D/ST. Want to take a gamble and potentially look brilliant? The Browns defense could have a big week against the Bengals this week. This Cleveland defense is no joke and could put up a big week against a Bengals team with major holes on the offensive line.

Green Bay Packers D/ST.The Bears offense has been terrible on the road this season in one appearance, and that streak could continue at Lambeau. This is another gamble pick, but a good one.

Jacksonville Jaguars D/ST. I'm starting the Jaguars defense whenever possible this week against a weak Jets offense. This is one of the hidden best units in football, and they're due for a huge week against the Jets.

Seattle Seahawks D/ST. The Seahawks always struggle early in the season. Now is when this unit steps it up against an Indianapolis Colts team without Andrew Luck.

​With week 1 of the 2017 NFL season in the books, numerous big-name players are dealing with injury issues. Wide receivers Kevin White and Allen Robinson are done for the year. Running backs David Johnson and Danny Woodhead are going to miss significant time. Quarterback Andrew Luck is still dealing with injuries and will miss week 2. Clearly commissioner Roger Goodell has done a phenomenal job making the league safer for players, and should be applauded. OK that sarcasm was intended. That being said, it's already becoming an interesting season for fantasy players! It's time to make some moves that can help you win now. Who am I targeting this week? Here are some options. Hope this helps, and happy streaming! -- Mike B.

Sam Bradford, QB, Minnesota Vikings. Bradford once again showed that he is a fantasy starter-caliber quarterback in week one. If you need help at the position this week, then he is a legitimate option. He could be in for a big year for the Vikings.

Alex Smith, QB, Kansas City Chiefs. Smith had a huge week one performance against the Patriots, and could be in for a respectable week 2 against the Eagles. He's not an every-week starter, but he's a guy that has value this week. Take a look if you need help at the position.

DeShaun Watson, QB, Houston Texans. I'm usually against starting rookie quarterbacks in their first career NFL start, but this week the Texans face the Bengals in prime time. The Bengals have historically struggled in prime time games under head coach Marvin Lewis, and if Watson pulls a start this week, he could be in for a surprisingly big game.

Javorious Allen, RB, Baltimore Ravens. With Danny Woodhead missing up to 8 weeks due to injury, Allen is the likely beneficiary. Snag him if you want to roll the dice on a player with upside.

Tarik Cohen, RB, Chicago Bears. To me, Cohen was one of the top three running backs in the 2017 NFL draft. The Bears snagged him and are capitalizing on his talent early. After a big week 1, he deserves a spot on all rosters. If you lost Danny Woodhead, Cohen's a great replacement.

Kerwynn Williams/Chris Johnson, RBs, Arizona Cardinals. Williams is the guy to target here, but Johnson is back in Arizona and could see carries here. If you can't get WIlliams, snag Johnson if you have an extra spot and want to take a gamble.

Nelson Agholor, WR, Philadelphia Eagles. Nelson Agholwho?! Prior to the season Agholor looked like a huge bust for the Eagles, but broke out in a very real way in week . If he can continue that breakout, he could be a steal as a waiver claim. Grab him if available.

Corey Davis, WR, Tennessee Titans. After a dominant week 1 performance, Davis has shown that he should be owned in ALL leagues. Go get him.

Kenny Golladay, WR, Detroit Lions. Golladay had a great week 1 performance for the Lions, and could continue to impress, especially with Golden Tate already dinged up. Worth a stash and even a potential start this week if you're needy at the position.

Allen Hurns/Marquise Lee, WRs, Jacksonville Jaguars. Hurns and Lee will benefit from the Allen Robinson injury in Jacksonville. One of them might even emerge to put up WR1 numbers for the team. I'm leaning towards Hurns since he's had strings of big games here and there, but both guys are viable options.

Jermaine Kearse, WR, New Jersey Jets. If you need a guy that has the potential to put up 7 or 8 points a game down the stretch, Kearse might be your guy. He's a talented receiver playing in an offense with very little receiving talent. Give him a look.

Cooper Kupp, WR, LA Rams. As a Montana State grad, I've been on Kupp since his early days in the Big Sky Conference with Eastern Washington University. This kid can play and has the talent to develop into a Julian Edelman-type of fantasy asset, and his fantasy floor is Brian Hartline. He needs to be rostered in all formats, and he needs to be rostered now. Go get him.

Austin Hooper, TE, Atlanta Falcons. Hooper is one of those talented players that nobody has heard of. Then again, he had over 100 yards receiving and a TD in week 1. The kid has talent, but will not always get a ton of opportunity in Atlanta with a lot of talent in that offense. If he starts to build a rapport with Matt Ryan, however, his value will skyrocket. Snag him now.

Jesse James, TE, Pittsburgh Steelers. In week one, James had two TD receptions and showed that he can develop into a trusted target for quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Grab him now, before his price goes through the roof after someone else claims him.

Houston Texans D/ST. Somewhere, somebody dropped the Texans defense after week 1's horrendous loss. If that somebody is in your league, grab this unit immediately. They should put up some huge numbers against Andy Dalton and the Bengals on Thursday night.

LA Rams D/ST. In week one, the Rams showed that they are a formidable force on defense. If they're available for week 2, snag them immediately. This unit should be terrifyingly good throughout the season.

​Week 1 of the 2017 NFL Season is upon us. The Dolphins and Buccaneers will miss their week 1 matchup (postponed until week 11 due to severe weather). Zeke Elliott will play in week 1, although his suspension has been upheld by the NFL. Julian Edelman is out for the season. It's already a productive time to hit the waiver wire. Who do I like this week? Here are some thoughts. Hope this helps, and happy streaming!--Mike B.

Tyrod Taylor, QB, Buffalo Bills. Taylor is a guy who should be owned in all formats, but is often available on waivers. He's a better fantasy quarterback than a real world one, but he's someone that will help you win matchups this season. Snag him if he's available.

Carson Palmer, QB, Arizona Cardinals. Palmer is a guy who will help you early this season. If you're dealing with Andrew Luck or Jameis Winston, Palmer is a legitimate plug and play guy that can help you win this week. If you need help early at the position, snag him.

Carson Wentz, QB, Philadelphia Eagles. Wentz is a guy who could break out this week against a weak Washington defense. He had a solid rookie season and has the tools around him this year to take the next step in his development. He's worth a stash, or even a spot start this year.

Rex Burkhead, RB, New England Patriots. Burkhead is already being forgotten in New England. That's just the way Bill Belichick likes it. Given Belichick's random way of starting and using RBs, Burkhead should have a few big games this season. When? Your guess is as good as mine. Stash him and trade him to your league's token Patriots fan when he has a big game, and then watch as the token's hopes and dreams are deflated.

James Conner, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers. Conner will be a league winner if (when?) Le'Veon Bell goes down with an injury this season. He also could see carries right out of the gate. He's a guy that should be rostered now.

Duke Johnson, RB, Cleveland Browns. Johnson is a guy that I expect Cleveland to rely on heavily this season. He's also a guy that gets overlooked a lot due to Isaiah Crowell. If you're in a bind at the moment, Johnson is worth a snag if he's available.

Darren McFadden, RB, Dallas Cowboys. Zeke is playing this week, but not next week. That makes McFadden immediately fantasy relevant. If he's on waivers now, grab him and start him in Zeke's absence.

Zach Zenner, RB, Detroit Lions. Zenner has shown that he can be a bell cow back in Detroit. Detroit's other running backs have shown that they are injury risks. Snag him now, and plug him in when he plays this year.

Philip Dorsett, WR, New England Patriots. The Patriots traded for Dorsett on cut day. He's essentially T.Y. Hilton 2.0. He didn't do much in Indy, but the Colts already had Hilton. Dorsett can help you win throughout the season.

Ted Ginn, WR, New Orleans Saints. Ginn is one of the streakiest players in fantasy, but he could be poised for a great season this year as a Saint. He's a guy I'm starting to cover Mike Evans this week.

Jermaine Kearse, WR, New York Jets. The Jets made a move for Kearse to open the season, and he could see meaningful snaps starting this year. He's a talented player who was hidden in a run-based scheme in Seattle. Now he goes to an offense with few weapons. Expect a big year out of him.

Sterling Shephard, WR, New York Giants. Shepard is the forgotten man in the Giants receiving corps. He could also have a productive season. Get him now while he's cheap.

Tyrell Williams, WR, LA Chargers. Williams needs to be rostered right now with Mike Williams injured. He generated more than 1000 yards last season, and could be a major contributor this season as well.

Kendall Wright, WR, Chicago Bears. With Cameron Meredith out for the season, Wright could emerge as the #1 WR in Chicago. He's worth a look in most formats.

Evan Engram, TE, New York Giants. Engram looked amazing in the preseason and should play a key role in the Giants offense. He's a guy who should be on your radar.

Greg Kittle, TE, San Francisco 49ers. Kittle won the starting job with the 49ers. He's not a guy I'd start in week 1, but from a metrics approach, Kittle could have a breakout year this year. Expect him to break out late in the season.

Baltimore Ravens D/ST. The Ravens travel to Cincinnati to take on the Bengals this week. Cincy has a ton of offensive weapons, but a very lackluster offensive line. No offensive line means an underperforming offense. This is a gamble, but a play that could pay off if you want to roll the dice a bit.

LA Rams D/ST. This week, the Rams face opposing quarterback Scott Tolzien. Tolzien was a decent quarterback for Wisconsin. He's not a decent quarterback in the NFL.

Pittsburgh Steelers D/ST. This week, the Steelers face the Cleveland Browns. Cleveland is going to be an improved team this year, but this is Kizer's first career start.

Younghoe Koo, K, LA Chargers. This is the first time I've recommended a kicker in my streamer post. This is also the first time that Younghoe Koo has been available. I recommend that he be rostered in all leagues.

Fantasy Football Rankings: Here is how it will work on this. These will be my top players by position in a Dynasty format with a standard 1 point PPR scoring system. I will be considering age and situation. Just remember this isn’t based off a 1 year league. I will put a number in parentheses next to their rank which will be where I would consider their rank in a re-draft formation. Expect discrepancy due to a dynasty vs one year ranking.

​Every fantasy league has that one guy. You know the type. The guy who has a great draft but loses his starters to injury and never recovers. We'll call him Brad. I've been Brad before, and it's never a good feeling. On the other hand, there's always that other competitor who has an ok draft, but looks like a middle-of-the-pack team early in the season, only to go on and contend for the title thanks to smart waiver claims and late round picks. We'll call her Janet. I've also been Janet in some leagues, and it's fun. If you want to be a Brad, don't read any farther. If you want to be a Janet, let's continue.

The road to fantasy dominance is paved with sleepers and overlooked players. Some great players play for overlooked teams like the Browns, and may see their draft stock slip because of it. Others are in good situations, but with an element of risk involved. These are the players that can win you a title if you hit on them. It's the beginning of July, so it's still early. A lot of things will change between now and the beginning of the season. That being said, here are some guys that I like more than you right now, and who should at least be tucked away in the back of your head on draft day or as potential waivers claims. Good luck, and happy drafting!--Mike B.

Quarterbacks.

Blake Bortles, Jacksonville Jaguars. Bortles will likely get drafted far later than he should this year due to concerns with his throwing mechanics. That being said, he is rumored to have fixed those issues, and the Jaguars just added a dominant running back to take some pressure off of him. Bortles could be in store for a big season.

Andy Dalton, Cincinnati Bengals. Don't let Cincinnati's down year last season make you sleep on Andy Dalton. The Bengals just added some big weapons for Dalton with John Ross and Joe Mixon. Consider last season a bad year for Dalton, and take a gamble on him this year, especially if you can snag him at a backup price.

Tyrod Taylor, Buffalo Bills. Taylor's not an elite passer, but he's a dual-threat guy that will win you matchups with his feet. He's been under-drafted so far in his career, so you may be able to get a bargain on him. Well worth a late target.

Running Backs.

James Conner, Pittsburgh Steelers. Conner is the best contingency plan in all of fantasy football at running back. Do you trust Le'Veon Bell to stay healthy this season? Do you really? The guy misses a ton of time, and Conner is likely the next in line in the Steelers backfield, making him roster-worthy in all but the shallowest formats. If Bell goes down for a long period of time or gets suspended, Conner could be a guy that wins your league.

Isaiah Crowell, Cleveland Browns. Isaiah Crowell is a Brown, which means he gets no respect. Last season, however, he showed that he is capable of producing starter-worthy numbers. This year with an improved offense, he could be one of the surprise players of the season. Well worth a grab. He may ultimately lose carries to Duke Johnson, but early in the season he should be big. Draft him, and if he starts to lose touches, trade him while his value is high.

Kenneth Dixon, Baltimore Ravens. Dixon's value will drop due to his 4 game suspension. That being said, you don't win a fantasy title in the first four games. He's a guy that could put up starter-worthy numbers down the stretch, so if he's there late, give him a shot. He was one of the better backs from his class, so there's potential value here.

Todd Gurley, LA Rams. The guy had a bad season last year after showing he could dominate as a starter as a rookie. If the Rams can get something going in the passing game, Gurley is a huge bounceback candidate who could win your league for you. He should be on your radar.

D'onta Foreman, Houston Texans. Foreman's value is heavily dependent on Lamar Miller's health. That being said, Lamar Miller has a history of injury issues. He's a guy that's worth a late stash.

Paul Perkins, New York Giants. This year, while everyone is throwing darts at Samaje Perine and Rob Kelley, sit back, wait, and draft Paul Perkins. He could emerge as the lead back in New York (Jersey) this year. Well worth a late grab.

Bilal Powell, New York (Jersey) Jets. My bold prediction for the season: Bilal Powell will be the top running back in the Jets backfield this year. Given the lack of a starting caliber quarterback anywhere near the Jets roster (unless you count Eli Manning since he plays his home games in the same stadium), Powell could put up some nice numbers this year.

Zach Zenner, Detroit Lions. On paper, Zenner is third in line for carries in Detroit behind Theo Riddick and Ameer Abdullah. That being said, Abdullah is injury-prone and Riddick is mainly a pass-catching guy. Zenner has shown he is capable of being a workhorse, and with another solid preseason (he led the NFL in rushing yards in the preseason his rookie season to secure his roster spot), he could take over the top role in the Detroit backfield.

Wide Receivers.

Kamar Aiken, Indianapolis Colts. Aiken is one of those guys that gets a ton of hype. That being said, he might live up to the hype this year in Indianapolis. He's the type of player that Andrew Luck enjoys throwing to, and he could outperform Phillip Dorsett this season. Worth a late look.

Pierre Garcon, San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers are still in the process of a rebuild. That being said, Garcon is a talented, experienced receiver in an empty offense. He could put up some big games.

Ted Ginn Jr., New Orleans Saints. The Saints no longer have Brandin Cooks, which means there are going to be a lot of opportunities for other players to go around. Ginn is never going to be a #1 guy for your fantasy roster, but he does have both the talent and the situation to put up numbers worthy of bye week and matchup-based starts. He's going to be hit or miss, but he could pay off for a week or two.

Andrew Hawkins, New England Patriots. Everyone forgets about Hawkins now that he's spent time with the Browns. In Cincinnati, he used to put up occasional starter-worthy games. His value is touchdown dependent of course, but he has the talent to thrive catching passes from Tom Brady. Probably won't be a guy you'll start, but he's definitely fill-in worthy depending on how he fits.

Allen Hurns, Jacksonville Jaguars. Blake Bortles has a new coach and allegedly has fixed his throwing mechanics, which means that Hurns could see a nice uptick in production this year. He's touchdown dependent, but he could be in for a big year if the Jaguars can get something going on offense.

Kenny Stills, Miami Dolphins. Stills had a quietly productive season last year. This year, he could also play a nice role in the Dolphins offense. He's a dart throw that I love with a late-round pick. Keep in mind that the guy scored 9 touchdowns last season. He can play.

Kevin White, Chicago Bears. White's value has slipped in recent years for obvious reasons; the guy has not been healthy in two seasons in the NFL. That being said, he's in a position to steal the #1 role in Chicago with both Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery out of town. He's a huge injury risk, but if he pans out, he's a potential top ten receiver. Target him accordingly.

Robert Woods, LA Rams. Who is the top WR in LA this year? If you look at Woods' contract, it might be him. Tavon Austin is not a #1 receiver, and the Rams just paid Woods like one. Look at him as the potential top receiver for the Rams.

Tight Ends.

Austin Hooper, Atlanta Falcons. I expect Austin Hooper to break out in 2017. He's not a household name yet, but he showed flashes last season. He could put up top ten tight end numbers this season. If that's the case, he will easily outplay his draft position.

Jesse James, Pittsburgh Steelers. James is quietly emerging as one of Roethlisberger's favorite redzone targets, which makes him fantasy relevant as a tight end. He's a fill-in caliber guy most of the time, but he's also a guy that could potentially be starter worthy depending on how his role develops heading into the season. Watch him closely.

George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers. Kittle is a rookie who many people have never heard of...which means he'll likely be there in the last round of your draft. Rookie tight ends tend to take a while to develop in the NFL, so don't draft him as a starter. However, early looks suggest that he could carve out a major role in the 49ers offense. Take a chance on him with your final pick, and you could have a stud on your hands.

Adam Shaheen, Chicago Bears. Shaheen's value is potentially more next season than it is this season as a small school tight end transitioning to the NFL, but he's shown some great things in college. He's a big gamble, but one who has the talent and ability to pay off.

Erik Swoope, Indianapolis Colts. Swoope is a dart throw, but the Colts love two tight-end sets, and Swoope showed some great things last season in very limited playing time. He could emerge as a potential bye week starter this season, at least. He average 19.8 yards per catch in limited playing time, so there's potential here.

​Week 17 of the 2016 NFL Season is upon us, and with it comes the last round of fantasy championship matchups. While many leagues end in week 16, some leagues play their final match in the final game of the season. That presents problems for fantasy rosters, as teams begin to rest starters in preparation for the playoffs. I'm losing Le'Veon Bell for my title game this week because the Steelers are giving him a week off (but if you listened to me a few back and grabbed DeAngelo Williams...). Most of the names I list here are desperation plays; you want to roll with the guys who got you to the dance for the most part. However, if you're this late in the season and need some help, here are some thoughts. Hope this helps, and happy streaming!!--Mike B.

P.S. Thank you for following this column this season, and hopefully my posts have been useful! This is the final post of the second season of my Weekly Streamer series, and I look forward to continuing it next year. Best of luck in your title games and in the off-season, and I'll see you on the draft section of the site, along with some random updates here during the offseason!

Matt Barkley, QB, Chicago Bears. I still believe that Barkley can be a solid fantasy quarterback with the Bears. If you lost Carr due to injury and need a quick replacement, he might not be a bad option, even against the Vikings.

Colin Kaepernick, QB, San Francisco 49ers. Kaepernick is always a decent fantasy option just because of his ability as a runner. If you need a desperation plug-in at QB, you could do far worse than Kaepernick this week.

Matt McGloin, QB, Oakland Raiders. Matt McGloin had a nice preseason for the Raiders, and gets the start following the injury to Carr. He's also not afraid to take shots down the field. He's a gamble this week (especially against Denver), but crazier things have happened in the past. He could be worth a desperation start from a fantasy perspective.

Matt Moore, QB, Miami Dolphins. Is it just me, or does Matt Moore look like a fantasy starter right now? Six touchdowns and two interceptions in two games? I'll take that, especially if I'm struggling with injuries. Worth a desperation start.

Tony Romo, QB, Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys could continue to roll with Dak Prescott again this week, but there's also the potential that they might toss in Romo for the start instead. If you're riding Prescott and the waiver wire looks dead, Romo might be a nice insurance policy for you. Then again, he does present an injury risk, so prepare accordingly.

Alfred Blue, RB, Houston Texans. With Lamar Miller recovering from injury and the Texans already in the playoffs, Blue could see the start for Houston in week 17. He's worth stashing and monitoring through the week.

Darren McFadden, RB, Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys may rest Zeke Elliot this week (same with Dak Prescott). McFadden is worth a speculative add at this point just in case. Don't plan on starting him, but if you (or your opponent) has Zeke or Le'Veon Bell, McFadden becomes valuable.

Jacquizz Rogers, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Doug Martin missed last week due to injury. If he misses again this week, Rogers becomes a fantasy asset. Worth a stash.

DeAndre Washington, RB, Oakland Raiders. Washington had a great game against the Colts. The Raiders should rely heavily on the run this week with Carr out due to injury, so Washington could have another big game. Worth holding onto.

DeAngelo Williams, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers. This could be the pickup that wins your title game; DeAngelo Williams gets to start against the Browns? Yes please! Easily a starter.

Anquan Boldin, WR, Detroit Lions. Boldin isn't a guy that's going to put up a ton of yards, but he scores touchdowns. If you want to gamble on big play potential, then Boldin is your man.

Pierre Garcon, WR, Washington Redskins. Garcon has been productive again recently, and if DeSean Jackson or Janoris Jenkins miss week 17, he could have a nice game, especially in PPR leagues.

JJ Nelson, WR, Arizona Cardinals. With Michael Floyd out of town, Nelson becomes a must own in fantasy leagues. If you can get him and need help at the position, go for it.

Steve Smith, WR, Baltimore Ravens. Smith had a great game against the Steelers, and should show up strong against the Bengals in week 17. He's worth a start in most formats this week.

Charles Clay, TE, Buffalo Bills. Charles Clay has suddenly found his rhythm, with zero touchdowns until week 14, and 4 receiving touchdowns since. Against the Jets, he's start-worthy in all formats this week.

Houston Texans D/ST. Some owners may have cut the Texans defense after losing JJ Watt. However, this week, the unit gets to face a Titans offense led by Matt Cassel. That makes for a nice matchup play.

Indianapolis Colts D/ST. Bortles is still coughing up the football regularly, and that makes the Colts, who face the Jaguars this week, relevant for fantasy purposes.

​Week 16 of the 2016 NFL regular season is upon us. If you're still competing, congratulations on making it to the championship round of your league. You're not likely depending on the waiver wire to get you a win at this point; this late in the year, you roll with who you brought to the dance. That being said, sometimes you can get a value off of waivers this late in the season. If you're looking to roll the dice on a guy or two, maybe you can find someone worth rolling with. Who do I like this week? Here are some thoughts. Hope this helps and happy streaming!--Mike B.

Matt Barkley, QB, Chicago Bears. In a deep or 2 QB league? Give Barkley a shot this week. He's been surprisingly decent for Chicago so far this year, and could put enough fantasy points on the board against the Redskins to be worth a starting role for your team if you're in an extremely deep league.

Matt Moore, QB, Miami Dolphins. Anyone else notice the big game that Moore put up against the Jets? If he can provide another performance of similar caliber this week, he's starter-worthy. As a career backup, note that this is a gamble of course.

Tom Savage, QB, Houston Texans. Savage looked surprisingly good for the Texans in week 15. The Bengals are hit or miss as far as facing opposing quarterbacks, but Savage could put up a nice game against them. Worth a shot if you're desperate for a QB2, or more after he led the Texans to a win against one of the best passing defenses in the NFL.

Dion Lewis, RB, New England Patriots. Did anyone else see Dion Lewis' big day for the Patriots? While he may not be the answer every week (or even this week) in the Patriots backfield, Bill Belichick could rely on him heavily again this week. If you need to fill one last spot on your roster, Lewis could be worth a look.

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings. I don't know what AP has left in the tank; we could be witnessing the end of a Hall of Fame career right now. That being said, if you're needy at RB, he could still be floating around on waivers after a rough 22 yard 1 fumble game in his first action since his injury. Take a look and if you want to gamble, give him a shot.

Ty Montgomery, RB/WR, Green Bay Packers. Montgomery had a huge game in week 15. Will that continue in week 16? There are no guarantees this late in the year, but Montgomery is one of the best under-owned options out there, especially as a flex play.

Robby Anderson, WR, New York Jets. Anderson has been on a hot streak lately, and has a good relationship with Jets quarterback Bryce Petty. If you need a desperation option at WR, Anderson has been consistent as of late and could help you win a title.

AJ Green, WR, Cincinnati Bengals. Green should be back in the Cincinnati Bengals lineup in week 16. If he's available on waivers, give him a look and get him into your lineup if he's healthy.

Alshonn Jeffery, WR, Chicago Bears. Jeffery got cut in your league because of his suspension and nobody picked him up? Go get him, plug him in, and ride him to a win!

Tyler Lockette, WR, Seattle Seahawks. Lockette is extremely big play dependent, but could be an intriguing spot start against a Cardinals team who has been struggling as of late. You'll need a big play or two out of him for starting him to pay off, but if you're in a gambling mood, he could be worth it.

Ryan Griffin, TE, Houston Texans. Griffin had a great game for the Texans in week 15. If he draws the start this week due to Fiedorowicz's injury, he has a great matchup against a Bengals defense that is terrible against TEs.

San Diego Chargers D/ST. The Chargers face the Cleveland Browns this week, and if you're desperate for a D/ST unit this week, the Chargers could be worth a look.

Tennessee Titans D/ST. This week the Titans get to face the Jaguars. This unit has shown lots of potential at times, and the Jaguars are a team in transition after firing head coach Gus Bradley. Start the Titans D/ST this week and enjoy.

​Week fifteen of the 2016 NFL Season is upon us! If you're still looking for fantasy help this late in the season, congratulations on making it this far. The playoffs are here, and if you're looking to add one or two players, that means that you are likely in the playoffs. The waiver wire is fairly barren at this point, but there are still some players out there that can help. Who do I like this week? Here are some thoughts. Hope this helps, and happy streaming!--Mike B.

Sam Bradford, QB, Minnesota Vikings. Last week, Bradford was a top 5 fantasy quarterback. This week, he gets to play against the Colts. Could he repeat his performance as a top 5 fantasy option against Indy? It's a possibility. Give him a look this week.

Joe Flacco, QB, Baltimore Ravens. This week, Flacco has a nice matchup coming against the Eagles. He performed better than expected against the Patriots, and could put up big numbers against a weak Philadelphia roster.

Colin Kaepernick, QB, San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers will likely get behind early against the Atlanta Falcons. That means lots of passing attempts to catch up. This could be a good week to start Colin Kaepernick if you're desperate at QB.

Matt Moore, QB, Miami Dolphins. Want to do something crazy? Is your season over but are you still playing for a consolation game? Plug Matt Moore in and see what he does. He once showed potential as a quarterback, but became relegated to a career backup role. He could put up some surprising numbers this week.

Kenneth Farrow, RB, San Diego Chargers. Farrow hasn't put enough on tape to allow for a true evaluation at the NFL level. Still, if Melvin Gordon doesn't play this week, Farrow is the starter for the Chargers in week 15. He's worth a grab and potential start depending on how the injury report plays out.

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings. If your championship game is in week 17, grab Peterson just in case he plays in the final week of the season. He's worth a stash, but may not play unless the Vikings clinch a playoff berth.

Bilal Powell, RB, New York Jets. Powell is always a flex option, but with Matt Forte injuring his knee in week 14, Powell could have an extremely big game this week. He's worth a look in all leagues this week.

Dwayne Washington, RB, Detroit Lions. If Riddick is out this week, then Washington will likely be the top RB in the Detroit offense. Worth a stash, especially if you're a Riddick owner.

DeAngelo Williams, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers. I never root for an injury, but there is the real potential for Le'Veon Bell to get dinged up heading down the stretch. If it's going to happen, it might be most likely against the Bengals in what should be an intensely physical game. Williams is a worthwhile stash right now.

Taylor Gabriel, WR, Atlanta Falcons. Gabriel is a boom or bust type of prospect, but with the Falcons WRs dealing with injuries, this could be a good game to start Gabriel. He's always a big play threat, but could receive a significant proportion of targets this week.

Pierre Garcon, WR, Washington Redskins. Garcon is gone in most leagues, but check your waiver wire. If you're in a PPR league, he's even more valuable. He's been exceedingly productive the past few weeks, and should put up starter worthy numbers again this week in PPR formats. Well worth a grab.

AJ Green, WR, Cincinnati Bengals. Did a desperate AJ Green owner cut AJ in your league when he got injured? Grab him now before he returns. AJ Green could be back in action in time for a week 15 matchup against Pittsburgh.

Ty Montgomery, WR/RB, Green Bay Packers. Montgomery has earned a large number of carries with the Packers in recent weeks. This week, he gets to face the Bears, a team he broke out against in a big way in week 7. Worth an add and start in all formats.

JJ Nelson, WR, Arizona Cardinals. Nelson is a classic boom-or-bust receiver. He's dependent on big plays to put up fantasy value, but if he gets them, he will be a huge help to your team. If you need a flex play, Nelson against the Saints could have a really nice game. He could also put up a dud, so be prepared for either option.

Adam Thielen, WR, Minnesota Vikings. Thielen has been the Vikings leading receiver the past five weeks. That makes him a sneaky option in all formats, but an especially good one in PPR ones. Against a weak Colts secondary, he could have a big game.

Charles Clay, TE, Buffalo Bills. First time I've recommended Clay in a while, but against a Browns team that is exceedingly generous to opposing TEs, Clay could be a worthwhile spot start this week.

Atlanta Falcons D/ST. This week the Falcons play the 49ers. Enjoy.

Baltimore Ravens D/ST. If the Ravens defense is still somehow available in your league, you want them against the Eagles. This is a great matchup for this unit.

Buffalo Bills D/ST. The Bills play the Browns in Buffalo, and RGIII is a pick machine this week. Enjoy.

Miami Dolphins D/ST. The Dolphins pull a nice matchup against the New York Jets this week. The Jets offense has struggled lately, and with Forte potentially out, this could be a great matchup for the Dolphins.

​Week 14 of the 2016 NFL season is upon us. Bye weeks are over, and some lucky teams are headed to the fantasy playoffs. Are you looking for an extra bit of help to put your team over the edge, or a replacement for an injured player on your team? There's still help available. Who do I like? Here are some thoughts. Hope this helps, and happy streaming!!-Mike B.

Colin Kaepernick, QB, San Francisco 49ers. I may dislike Colin Kaepernick's way of pushing his political views, but I can't deny his value as a fantasy option at QB. He's probably on waivers after a terrible week last week, and could be start-worthy this week once again if the 49ers can get back on track. He's a bit of a gamble but has some upside.

Brock Osweiler, QB, Houston Texans. I know you're thinking "Osweiler?" However, the Colts have been very generous to opposing QBs. He could be a nice spot start this week.

Rex Burkhead, RB, Cincinnati Bengals. He's not Jeremy Hill. However, Burkhead did outproduce him on fewer carries this week. He could be a sneaky play this week against the Browns.

Tevin Coleman, RB, Atlanta Falcons. Coleman earned a nice role for the Falcons last week. He has the talent to succeed, and if you're hurting at RB, Coleman could be the answer. The Falcons didn't draft him to sit him on the bench forever, and he's finally starting to see more touches.

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings. Peterson is on waivers in many leagues because of his injury. That being said, he is planning on returning to the Vikings at some point this season. Might as well be for your team! Grab him and hold him just in case. He could help you win a title.

Bilal Powell, RB, New York Jets. Powell is the ultimate waiver wire RB. Snag him off waivers, start him as a flex play, cut him, pick him up when you need him again. Good fantasy piece, but gets no respect amongst owners.

DeAngelo Williams, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers. Handcuff alert. Le'Veon Bell has struggled with injuries in recent years, and if he goes down, Williams will be in line for a huge role in the Steelers offense, and huge fantasy production.

AJ Green, WR, Cincinnati Bengals. Green should not be available on waivers, but he is in some smaller leagues. I snagged him up in one of my leagues because the guy that had him dropped him for Tyler Boyd. If you have room on your roster to take a chance on an injured player who might not help this year but who could help you win a title, grab and hold Green.

Dontrelle Inman, WR, San Diego Chargers. Inman is one of the key receivers in one of the best passing attacks in football right now, and he sits on waivers in some leagues. He's worth a grab in all formats, especially PPR.

Malcolm Mitchell, WR, New England Patriots. Mitchell has emerged as a key part of the Patriots passing attack, and with Gronk out for the year and Danny Amendola struggling with an ankle injury, Mitchell needs to be on your radar. He's a worthwhile start as a WR3 or Flex play, at least.

Seth Roberts, WR, Oakland Raiders. Roberts is a boom or bust player at WR, but he's made some big plays in the redzone lately. He may flame out entirely for you, or he could pay big dividends. He's a gamble, but if you're desperate, he's a decent one.

Cameron Brate, TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This kid is the real deal. First he passed Austin Seferian-Jenkins in camp. Then he took over the starting role. Now he's been on fire from a fantasy perspective. Well worth adding and starting.

LaDarius Green, TE, Pittsburgh Steelers. Green had a big game for Pittsburgh now that he is healthy. Big things should continue to follow. He's extremely talented when he's on the field, and he could help take your team to a title this season.

Lance Kendricks, TE, LA Rams. Kendricks has been productive all season for the Rams, and continues to ride the waiver wire in many leagues. He could be a nice spot start this week.

Cincinnati Bengals D/ST. This week, the Bengals face off against the Browns. Unless Marvin Lewis entirely drops the ball this week, this should be a great matchup for your fantasy team.

Minnesota Vikings D/ST. The Vikings could be on waivers in some leagues given the fact that the team has struggled in recent weeks. If that's the case, scoop this unit up and start it against Jacksonville.